Google: News

24 Oct 2019

YouTube

Want to control smartphone addiction? Try Google's six new apps

Thanks to social media and instant messaging, people waste a lot of their time glued to their screens.

24 Oct 2019

Research

Want to boost Wi-Fi range? This software is the answer

As we continue to drift into the era of smart homes, a strong Wi-Fi solution has become the need of the hour.

24 Oct 2019

Google Pixel 4 XL

Google to fix Pixel 4's 90Hz refresh-rate issue via update

Google's Pixel 4, which has recently grabbed headlines for its insecure face unlock, and lack of complete RCS messaging, is back in the news for its not-so-smooth 90Hz display refresh rate.

23 Oct 2019

Google Home

Firmware update breaks Google Home, Home Mini smart speakers

If you own a Google Home or Home Mini smart speaker, better refrain from installing any new update.

IBM: Google didn't achieve Quantum Supremacy

Last month, a leaked paper from Google made the claim of having achieved quantum supremacy, a major benchmark in the world of quantum computing.

22 Oct 2019

Amazon

Hackers can spy on you via Alexa, Google Assistant

Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa dominate as two incredibly impressive AI-powered voice assistants.

21 Oct 2019

BBC

Google could take months to fix Pixel 4 Face Unlock

When Google unveiled Pixel 4, we all were impressed to see Soli-powered Face Unlock and motion control capabilities.

21 Oct 2019

Google Pixel

Google Pixel 4 doesn't have complete RCS messaging support

Even with the fanciest of hardware and software, Google's Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL lack some of the most essential features.

20 Oct 2019

WhatsApp

WhatsApp Splash Screen feature spotted in Android beta version

WhatsApp is constantly bringing new features to its messaging platform and the latest addition is a Splash Screen feature.

20 Oct 2019

Huawei

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Pixel 4 launch, Facebook lockout, Chinese app's spying, more

In the technology world, the third week of October was all about consumer products.

19 Oct 2019

India

Shocking! Pixel 4 face unlock works even if you're asleep

When Google unveiled Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, we all were pretty excited.

19 Oct 2019

iPhone

iPhone users can save unlimited original-quality images in Google Photos

Google Photos makes an ideal cloud backup service to keep years-old memories, be it photos or videos, perfectly safe.

18 Oct 2019

India

Pixel 4 v/s iPhone 11: Which one should you buy?

Following weeks of leaks, Google has finally launched its flagship Pixel 4 smartphone. The new model comes as a significant upgrade to the Pixel 3 with a new design, face unlock feature, a high refresh rate screen, faster Google Assistant, radar-assisted touchless gestures, and a dual-camera system.

Apparently, Google has killed AI camera Clips, Datally app

Just a day after confirming its plan to kill Daydream VR, Google appears to be throwing two more products on the chopping block - Clips and Datally.

17 Oct 2019

Google Assistant

Good news! Old Pixel phones will get Pixel 4's features

Google's latest flagship phones, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, have gone official with some new hardware and software features including Motion Sense, IR-based Face Unlock, Astrophotography, on-device Google Assistant, and more.

16 Oct 2019

Google Assistant

This bug lets Google Assistant listen in on your conversations

Google, carries a critical security issue.

16 Oct 2019

Google Pixel 4 XL

Google is killing Daydream virtual reality platform: Here's why

In a major (but expected) development, Google has decided to kill Daydream VR, the platform that lets you immerse into the world of virtual reality using a dedicated headset and supported phone.

16 Oct 2019

India

Why Google is not launching Pixel 4 in India

A few hours ago, Google held its annual hardware event and took the wraps off its latest flagships, Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL.

15 Oct 2019

New York City

Google Pixel 4 event: Date, time, streaming, and expected products

In hours from now, Google will formally launch a clutch of new hardware products including the Pixel 4-series smartphones, a Pixelbook Go laptop, a Google Nest Mini smart speaker, and possibly a Pixel smartwatch.

14 Oct 2019

Tencent

Safari caught sending browsing data to Chinese company: Details here

Apple has long been sending data to Google Safe Browsing to warn users about phishing scams and malicious websites.

13 Oct 2019

India

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Nobel Prize, OnePlus 7T Pro, Justdial bug, and more

The second week of October brought some exciting stuff in the technology world.

13 Oct 2019

Google Assistant

#TechBytes: Why Google Assistant is better than Siri and Alexa

We all see Google Assistant as a 'digital butler' that can do a range of tasks on a single command.

12 Oct 2019

India

Pixel 4's launch on October 15: What all to expect

Google is all set to unveil a host of new hardware including the latest Pixel 4 smartphones, a new Pixelbook Go, and possibly a new Pixel smartwatch at the upcoming Made by Google event.

12 Oct 2019

Google Assistant

Soon, your Android TV will get Google Assistant routines

Google Assistant routines come extremely handy in getting a range of actions done with a single command or phrase.

12 Oct 2019

Google Maps

Now, Google Maps will help visually-challenged people navigate: Here's how

Just a day after upgrading Chrome with a handy visual accessibility tool, Google is doing something similar for Maps.

12 Oct 2019

Japan

Japanese stalker traced singer through reflection in her eyes

We all see technology as a boon for humanity, but sometimes, a few nefarious minds can use the same tech for things you can't even imagine.

12 Oct 2019

Xiaomi

Google mandates Android 10 for new smartphones: Details here

Android 10 is the latest flavor of Google's mobile OS, but unlike iOS, it hasn't reached a lot of devices.

12 Oct 2019

Gmail

Your boss can read your emails on Gmail. Here's how

Nobody enjoys being the target of eavesdropping, particularly when it's your boss doing the spying!

12 Oct 2019

Google Chrome

Now, visually impaired people can 'see' images in Chrome

People with visual impairments often find it difficult to browse the web.

Google could launch Pixel smartwatch alongside Pixel 4 flagship smartphones

Thanks to a barrage of Pixel 4 leaks, Google may not be able to surprise many with its latest flagships when it announces them on October 15.

10 Oct 2019

Google Assistant

You can ask Google Assistant to move music between speakers

Google is adding a handy new capability into Assistant, a feature that would let you take your music, be it an audio or video, to every room in your home.

06 Oct 2019

India

Taking on Spotify, YouTube Music to offer new personalized playlists

Google is gradually working to make YouTube Music the go-to music service for Android users. The tech giant is upgrading the YouTube Music app by introducing new personalized playlists as it aims to take on popular rivals like Spotify and Pandora.

06 Oct 2019

Xiaomi

Ahead of launch, Redmi 8's design and camera details teased

Xiaomi is set to launch Redmi 8 in India on October 9 as it looks to expand its portfolio of budget smartphones in the country.

06 Oct 2019

Microsoft

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Surface Duo, Windows 10X, Fold, Android bug and more

The first week of October was full of surprises, both good and bad.

05 Oct 2019

Xiaomi

Critical Android vulnerability affects Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi smartphones

In a major incident, Google's security researchers have flagged critical unpatched zero-day vulnerability, in the company's own Android operating system.

04 Oct 2019

TechCrunch

This flying taxi is quieter than a dishwasher

Kitty Hawk, the 'flying taxi' start-up backed by Google's co-founder Larry Page and Boeing, has unveiled a new aircraft called Heaviside.

04 Oct 2019

India

Hyperlocal delivery start-up Dunzo raises $45 million in Series-D round

Dunzo, a Bengaluru-based hyperlocal delivery start-up, has raised $45 million in a Series-D round of funding.

03 Oct 2019

Security

Google contractors were asked to LIE to collect facial scans

A few months ago, Google was reported to be paying $5 cards for collecting facial scans of people.

03 Oct 2019

Microsoft

From Surface Duo phone to Earbuds: Everything Microsoft announced yesterday

Last night, Microsoft held its annual Surface event and unveiled a bunch of new products to mark its dominance in the hardware category.

03 Oct 2019

Huawei

Service to install Google apps on Mate 30 taken down

Just recently, Huawei launched its latest flagships, Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro, without any Google services, not even Play Store.